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Portainer for Kubernetes, Docker, Swarm, Edge, and IoT

Apr 5, 2024

Neil Cresswell, CEO and co-founder of Portainer, dives into the impressive capabilities of Portainer for managing container workloads. He discusses how Portainer simplifies deployments from Docker to Kubernetes, emphasizing its support for IoT and edge computing. Exciting updates include GitOps functionality and the introduction of AI capabilities. Neil also shares insights on Portainer's evolution, cluster provisioning, and how it streamlines Kubernetes adoption, making container management accessible for all.

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Quick takeaways

Portainer simplifies the management of diverse container environments, acting as a single control point for Docker and Kubernetes.

The tool emphasizes 'day two operations' by providing centralized management and self-service options to ease post-deployment challenges.

Portainer's new GitOps support allows automated deployments through version control, enhancing operational efficiency and streamlining workflows.

Deep dives

Portainer's Universal Utility

Portainer is celebrated for its ability to manage a wide range of container environments, making it a versatile tool for users at all levels. It simplifies the management of Docker, Kubernetes, and Cloud Kubernetes, operating as a single point of control for these various platforms. The tool offers features like GitOps support and the ability to deploy Kubernetes nodes and infrastructure. This positions Portainer as an essential solution for organizations looking to streamline operations while minimizing complexity.

Intro

3min

Simplifying Container Management with Portainer

13min

Understanding GitOps with Portainer: Reconciliation and Deployment

2min

Exploring GitOps and Templating in Docker Compose

2min

Exploring K2D: Emulating Kubernetes for Lightweight Edge Devices

3min

Navigating Kubernetes Adoption with Portainer

21min

Exploring Portainer Editions and Future Features

8min

Bret is joined by Neil Cresswell, CEO and co-founder of Portainer, to show us new features in Portainer and how it can manage, deploy, and orchestrate all your container workloads from a single Docker Engine, all the way to multi-cluster and IoT Kubernetes deployments.

Portainer is much more comprehensive than you might think. Docker on the Edge, Podman, Kubernetes, in the cloud, in hybrid, you name it; it seems that Portainer supports it. In the show, we also get some updates on new things that have happened in the last couple of years, including adding GitOps support to Portainer, the ability to deploy Kubernetes nodes, and infrastructure.

Be sure to check out the live recording of the complete show with demos from February 29, 2024 on YouTube (Ep. 256).

★Topics★
Portainer Website
Portainer on YouTube
Portainer on X
Portainer on LinkedIn
Portainer Demo: Kubernetes the "easy" way

Creators & Guests

Cristi Cotovan - Editor
Beth Fisher - Producer
Bret Fisher - Host
Neil Cresswell - Guest

(00:00) - Intro
(02:50) - How Portainer Started
(05:38) - Portainer's Strongest Use Cases
(08:56) - Portainer's Cluster Provisioning
(12:42) - Docker Desktop and Portainer
(15:22) - GitOps with Portainer
(18:43) - K2D Teaser
(21:34) - Portainer Across Different Environment Types
(25:21) - Portainer's Focus on IoT and Edge
(29:01) - Portainer's Evolution and Future Developments
(35:03) - Passwords and Secrets Capabilities in Portainer
(40:15) - AI Capabilities in Portainer
(42:06) - Portainer Editions, Licenses and Pricing
(43:09) - Using Traefik for Ingress
(44:53) - What's Next for Portainer?

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